2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude and 2008 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Etude | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
